College & Career Readiness Advisor - Milpitas, CA

Description

Job Type

Full-time

Milpitas, CA

REPORTS TO
:
Vice President, Teen Services - College and Career Readiness

FLSA STATUS
:
Exempt (40 hours per week)

Department: Teen Services – College and Career Readiness | Programs

Performance Profile Source: Management Professional

The College and Career Readiness Advisor is a student mentor and coach, assisting high school students in linking academic, personal and professional goals to ensure persistence to graduation and successful transition to-and-through college, a technical development program or entry into the workforce. The College and Career Advisor serves as a liaison to services and resources on high school campus and at Boys & Girls Clubs as well as the broader community including business, healthcare, education and non‑profit organizations.

The College and Career Advisor works collaboratively with both on‑campus Boys & Girls Club management and staff as well as high school program administrators assisting, when appropriate, the development, coordination, and implementation of services and activities to improve student success, and services and activities to improve retention, course completion and graduation.

Under the direction of the Vice President, Teen Services – College and Career Readiness, the College and Career Advisor will serve as resource to students and families offering guidance and support as to post‑secondary education and career planning; and to respond to the academic, social and emotional needs of students. In addition, the College and Career Advisor will develop, manage, deliver and assess a comprehensive college and career advising program.

Our ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse populations, demonstrate
knowledge of college and career advising techniques, contribute to college and career readiness
culture, and integrate students, families, staff and the community into the program.

• Develop and/or implement innovative programs and activities that prepare youth for post‑secondary success.
• Manage and support a caseload of high school students through the college application process and other processes pertaining post‑secondary training or workforce placement.
• Advise students and families as to post‑secondary opportunities including college, technical programs and employment.
• Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and career awareness.
• Advise, counsel and support high school graduates during their post‑secondary education or entry into the workforce through check‑ins, meetings, calls, referrals or other engagement strategies.
• Counsel individual students and small groups in response to academic, social or emotional needs.
• Serve as a resource for students to connect with off‑campus health and wellness services.
• Develop and maintain diverse partnerships that provide opportunities to students including business, healthcare, education and non‑profit organizations.
• Lead student outreach and recruitment efforts, including marketing and promotional materials to recruit and retain youth.
• Ensure that student and program data is entered into the appropriate tracking system.
• Build and maintain relationships with youth and their families, partner high schools, staff, counselors, volunteers and other partners.
• Maintain the safety of the school, youth and appropriate staff.
• Participate in special programs or events, as directed.
• Take the initiative in researching best practice programs and proven methods for youth development.

Leadership

Manage programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and that create a school and club environment that facilitates achievement of Youth Development Outcomes. Provide a healthy and safe environment, ensuring facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained. Lead, inspire, and motivate youth to prepare for higher education.

Strategic Planning

Implement and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure they meet stated objectives and member/students’ needs and interests. Compile regular reports reflecting all activities, attendance and participation. Serve as a thought partner to organizational…